As workers continue efforts to restore power and begin recovery for Mainers impacted by Monday’s heavy rainfall and high winds, UScellular is donating $15,000 between two Maine chapters of the American Red Cross: the Central and Mid Coast Maine Chapter and the Northern and Eastern Maine Chapter, according to a news release from UScellular. The […]
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State announces storm cleanup advisory
AUGUSTA — In the aftermath of severe weather, residents across Maine come together to restore power, clear debris, and get their lives back to normal. While safety and recovery are top priorities, it’s crucial to remember that everyone involved in storm cleanup can play a vital role in keeping Maine’s forests healthy and resilient. After […]
Grants available to help Maine communities address climate change effects
AUGUSTA — The administration of Gov. Janet Mills recently announced the opening of three grant opportunities available to communities across Maine. These would address climate change effects through investments to improve energy efficiency, transition to clean energy, expand local and regional planning capacity, and protect infrastructure from damaging storms or rising sea levels. These grants […]
Inland Fisheries and Wildlife seeks nominations for Maine Guide Award
Submit a nomination by Feb. 17.
UMaine Extension assistant professor, dairy forage educator receives award
ORONO — Jaime Garzon, a University of Maine Cooperative Extension dairy forage educator, was recently honored with the Gerald O. Mott Award. The award recognizes Garzon’s outstanding academic achievements, contributions to research and education, and dedication to the agricultural community. The award is presented annually by the Crop Science Society of America to individuals who […]
Maine nonprofits to provide home repairs for low-income residents
Two Maine nonprofits are receiving Housing Preservation Grants. Bangor-based Penquis and Western Maine Community Action in East Wilton each secured a grant of $84,829. The organizations plan to use the funds to provide home repairs for eligible low- and very low-income residents in Franklin, Knox, Penobscot, and Piscataquis counties, according to a news release from […]
UMaine at Farmington recognizes students for research projects
The University of Maine at Farmington has announced its Fall 2023 Michael Wilson scholars and fellows and their research projects. This semester’s student researchers includes Katherine Berube from Houlton, Riley Boucher from Williston, Vermont; Shaina Fusco from Reading, Massachusetts; Sadie Gray from Saco, Gillean Hamilton from Euclid, Ohio; Rain Smith from Eliot, Sean Tenney from […]
Bamboo fly rod hybrid presentation set for Dec. 20
Downeast Trout Unlimited plans to host a hybrid presentation by Bob Bechtold at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20. Bechtold, who will share his experience building a bamboo fly rod, will cover each step of the process. Bechtold was introduced to fishing before entering grade school by his grandmother. He began fly fishing in the ’80s. […]
Educational center to offer college planning sessions in Lewiston in January
The Maine Educational Opportunity Center plans to host free individualized virtual sessions for adults 19 and older looking for a new career or returning to higher education. Essentials of College Planning virtual sessions: • Thursday, Jan. 4, at 9, 10 and 11 a.m. and noon; • Friday, Jan. 5, at 9, 10 and 11 a.m. […]
Extension offers free virtual nutrition course beginning Jan. 3
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension is set to hold a nine-session virtual nutrition class for young adults aged 19-25 and adults with young children. The course, “Eating Smart, Being Active,” runs from Wednesday, Jan. 3, through the end of February. The course aims to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to make […]